Program Overview

BASS Philosophy and Criminology

Overview

Study the causes and consequences of crime with an understanding of philosophical debates about the nature of knowledge, truth and values. Debate difficult and delicate issues, ethics and morals, and discuss engaging, real-world research. Enjoy studying abroad or a professional placement on a four-year optional course.

Key Features

• Study abroad
• Industrial experience

Entry Requirements

• Typical A-level offer: ABB including specific subjects
• Typical contextual A-level offer: BBC including specific subjects
• Refugee/care-experienced offer: BBC including specific subjects
• Typical International Baccalaureate offer: 34 points overall with 6,5,5 at HL, including specific subjects

Course Details

• Duration: 3 or 4 years
• Year of entry: 2025
• UCAS course code: VL53 / Institution code: M20

A Study Experience that Makes a Difference

We place social responsibility at the heart of your learning which means you can take advantage of unique ways to make a difference while studying with us, through your course or through extra-curricular activities.

• Complete our Ethical Grand Challenges to learn how you can create a better world and become more socially responsible.
• Work with an external organisation to tackle real-world sustainability problems through our University Living Lab.
• Discover subjects that broaden your horizon with our interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Every course at Manchester contributes towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, so no matter what you're studying you'll be playing an active role in the protection of people and planet.

You will explore the following goals in your course:

• Goal 1: No poverty

Careers

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Application and Selection

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School/Faculty Overview

The School of Social Sciences is a leading international centre for research and teaching in the social sciences, with a strong reputation for academic excellence and a vibrant community of students and staff.

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